Yoga is an ancient Indian science that dates back 5,000 years ago. The word 'yoga' comes from the Sanskrit word 'yuj', which means 'to unite'. Hence Yoga is the unification of body, mind and soul and by practicing the various positions (asanas) and the breathing techniques (pranayama) one can bring all aspects of one's being into harmony.
The positive outcome of a regular yoga practice is vast. On a physical level it is designed to keep the internal organs healthy along with strengthening muscles and bones, and increasing flexibility of joints, tendons, and ligaments. On a mental level it is designed to calm our busy minds. This enables us to withdraw our senses from our outer experiences and daily burdens and to become silent enough to listen to our innermost being. Thus we embark on a journey of self-discovery that allows us an insight into our true selves. This self-knowledge means we can live a life that is more authentic to our true nature and we find we are blessed with a sense of harmony, clarity and happiness.
Yoga gives us the grace to accept our 'karma', our situation in life, and to follow our path in life with strength and dignity.
The positive outcome of a regular yoga practice is vast. On a physical level it is designed to keep the internal organs healthy along with strengthening muscles and bones, and increasing flexibility of joints, tendons, and ligaments. On a mental level it is designed to calm our busy minds. This enables us to withdraw our senses from our outer experiences and daily burdens and to become silent enough to listen to our innermost being. Thus we embark on a journey of self-discovery that allows us an insight into our true selves. This self-knowledge means we can live a life that is more authentic to our true nature and we find we are blessed with a sense of harmony, clarity and happiness.
Yoga gives us the grace to accept our 'karma', our situation in life, and to follow our path in life with strength and dignity.